Smile Design: Page 87

Jaws, not teeth, have changed, likely causing crooked smiles
By Melissa Busch
Human jaws today don't look like those of our ancestors, which may be why so many people now have crowded or crooked teeth. Underdeveloped jaws caused by less chewing has kept teeth from fitting properly into mouths, according to a University of Arkansas professor.
April 13, 2020
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5 tips for treating kids at your general dental practice
By Laurel Gans, DDS
Do you dread the thought of working with pediatric patients in your practice? Now is the perfect time to think about how to make those interactions easier. Dr. Laurel Gans shares some tips that have helped her -- and could help you as well.
April 13, 2020
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Mo. orthodontist dies from COVID-19 complications
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A 64-year-old orthodontist from Missouri died in the hospital on April 3 from COVID-19 complications, according to his obituary.
April 6, 2020
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Oralgen NuPearl whitening probiotic toothpaste now available
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Oralgen announced it has launched a new whitening, fluoride-free toothpaste.
April 1, 2020
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Halsey shows off ring with tooth as centerpiece
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Singer-songwriter Halsey showed off a ring made with a human tooth on a March 28 Instagram story.
April 1, 2020
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Neocis files for FDA clearance of edentulous splint
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Neocis has filed a 510(k) application with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Yomi edentulous splint.
March 30, 2020
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Teeth tell the stories of people's most impactful life events
By Melissa Busch
Teeth provide a true, permanent historical record of a person's major life events, including pregnancy, illness, relocation, and incarceration, according to a new study published March 25 in Scientific Reports.
March 24, 2020
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Nobel Biocare meeting postponed until 2021
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Dental implant maker Nobel Biocare is postponing its 2020 global symposium until early 2021 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
March 22, 2020
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Those with bad teeth, disabilities barred from jobs in Nigeria
By Melissa Busch
If you want a job as a superintendent, inspector, or assistant cadre with the Nigerian Immigration Service, you better not have any disabilities or physical flaws, such as crooked teeth, according to news reports.
March 22, 2020
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AAO cancels annual meeting due to COVID-19
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) has canceled its annual meeting, scheduled for May 1-4 in Atlanta, due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
March 17, 2020
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An idea to improve the dental implant replacement process for all
By Dr. Teresa Yang
Dr. Teresa Yang was tired of being a "supersleuth" every time she placed a dental implant. That's why she developed a system that helped her -- and could help your practice as well.
March 16, 2020
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Indian dentist pulls 1.53-inch tooth, breaking world record
By Melissa Busch
A dentist in India pulled a tooth that measured 1.53 inches, which is expected to be declared as the longest one in the world, from the mouth of a 20-year-old man who was experiencing pain and swelling, according to news reports.
March 12, 2020
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